VA resident artist Chloë Waddell has curated a variety of fun and engaging school holiday art workshops. Book both sessions in one day for a 9am drop-off, 4pm pick-up.
With a focus on process and fun, the artworks produced may not always be finished masterpieces but a representation of the experimentation and play involved in exploring new materials and processes.
Tuesday 11th April
9am to 12pm printmaking & 1-4pm jewellery making
These workshops are designed for kids with a bit more dexterity and maturity than our youngest primary kids. We will be using more advanced tools and working with slightly trickier techniques so the age range is 8+ There really is no upper limit on age as older participants will be able to attack the projects in a more mature way.
9am to 12pm - Kids Printmaking Workshop (for ages 8+) - 10 places
This workshop explores the process of printmaking on both fabric and paper. We will learn about different printmaking techniques including screen printing, mono printing, using stamps to make repetitive patterns and lino printing.
Participants will have the opportunity to design and cut their own lino block which can then be used to make art prints , wrapping paper, printed fabric or greeting cards. They will also design and print their own t-shirt or pillowcase using screenprinting, stamping, hand mark making or a combination of all three.
All materials and morning tea will be provided.
Printmaking Workshop Bookings - Tue 11th April - 9am to 12pm
1pm to 4pm - Jewellery Workshop (for ages 8+) - 8 places
Learn how to create unique and interesting jewellery with simple and easy to acquire materials. Students will be introduced to some basic jewellery tools and techniques and discover how to turn different materials into wearable art.
We will be using copper sheet and sterling silver and copper wire among other materials such as fabric and vinyl to make at least two finished pieces of jewellery to take home. Possibilities include: necklace, bracelet, keyring, brooch and earrings.
All tools and materials will be provided as well as afternoon tea.
Jewellery Workshop Bookings - Tue 11th April 1 to 4pm
Wednesday 12th April
9am to 12pm sculpture & 1-4pm painting and drawing
These workshops are designed for primary aged kids. Each of the activities will be flexible enough for a 6 year old, a 12 year old and everyone in between to achieve at their own level. If you have kids outside this age range who would like to join us, please get in touch: mschloewaddell@gmail.com
9am to 12pm - Sculpture Workshop (ages 6-12) - 10 places
Participants will arrive in the morning to find an inviting tinker station set up in the studio!
Using a variety of found and recycled materials including wood scraps, egg cartons, wool and buttons, participants will be guided through the brainstorming of ideas and the design process through to the creation of a unique sculpture to take home.
All materials and morning tea will be provided.
Sculpture Workshop Bookings - Wed 12th April 9am to 12pm
1pm to 4pm - Painting & drawing workshop (ages 6 to 12) - 10 places
Participants will be guided through a series of short projects focusing on different two dimensional media and techniques.
We will explore the wonderful world of portraiture, look at methods of working with watercolours and oil pastels on the same pieces of paper, find out what else we can use to paint other than a paint brush and generally have a fun arty, messy time.
Each student will go home with at least 3 finished artworks.
All materials and afternoon tea will be provided.
Painting and Drawing Workshop Bookings - Wed 12th April 1 to 4pm
If you have any questions, please email Chloë directly